Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

74 Intrigues and Intentions

74 Intrigues and Intentions.

Alex, his face a mix of embarrassment and concern, struggled to articulate his apprehensions about Lillian’s potential actions against Emma at the charity gala.

“I can’t say for certain what Lillian might be planning against you, Emma. But considering her past behavior, I thought it prudent to warn you. Whether you take my advice or not is your choice,” Alex spoke, leaving the decision to Emma.

Emma raised an eyebrow, finding Alex’s cautionary approach somewhat intriguing yet vague. She decided to turn the situation into a wager, challenging Alex’s uncertain stance.

“Let’s make a bet, Alex. Let’s see if your sister really attempts to ruin my reputation tonight,” Emma proposed, observing every subtle shift in Alex’s demeanor. Despite their severed ties, she could still read him like an open book.

loyalty and the gnawing suspicion that Lillian might indeed cross a line. Emma, reading his uncertainty,

with it?” Emma inquired, her voice laced with a hint of bitterness. She recognized

Lillian would refrain from drastic measures, yet he

up, Alex. But if Lillian does something outrageous, don’t

Wayne, her mind racing with potential scenarios. She

to Emma. “Alex warned you? Is this a joke or something?

shook her head. “No, let’s see how far Lillian is willing

increased

given the setting. Emma accepted a

shake off a sense of unease, especially as she took the